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PERFORMANCE SERIES
FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER
USE & CARE GUIDE
LAVEUSE AUTOMATIQUE À CHARGEMENT FRONTAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES WASHER SAFETY ......................................................................................................................3 SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE .....................................................................................................29 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS.............................................................................................4 EXIGENCES D'INSTALLATION..........................................................
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WASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately DA
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. The parts supplied are in the Tools needed for installation washer drum. Open end wrenches 17 mm and 13 mm Tools needed for connecting the water inlet hoses Level 9 Pliers (that open to 1 /16" [39.5 mm]) Wood block Flashlight (optional) Ruler or measuring tape Tools needed for connecting the drain hose 9 Locking pliers (that open to 1 /16" [39.5 mm]) 4
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Parts supplied: Options AB Pedestal A pedestal will add to the total height of the washer for a total height of 53.5" (1359 mm). C F G DE A.Drain hose form E.Beaded strap B.Inlet hose (2) F.Drain hose C.Inlet hose washers (4) G.Hose clamp D.Transport bolt hole plug (4) Optional pedestal Alternate Parts This pedestal is available in several colors. Your installation may require additional parts. If you are interested in purchasing one of the To order, call the dealer from whom you purcha
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Location Requirements Selecting the proper location for your washer improves performance and minimizes noise and Washer Dimensions possible washer “walk.” 27" 1 52 / " 2 (686 mm) Your washer can be installed under a custom counter, or in a basement, laundry room, closet, (1335 mm) or recessed area. See “Drain System.” Companion appliance location requirements should also be considered. Proper installation is your responsibility. You will need 1 38 / " A water heater set to deliver 1
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Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with or without a pedestal with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. Recessed area or closet installation 2 48 in. * 2 (310 cm ) 3" 3"* (76 mm) (76 mm) 2 48 in. * 34" 2 (310 cm ) (864 mm) 2 24 in. * 3" 2 (155 cm ) (76 mm) 1" 3"* (76 mm) 31½" 4" (25
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Laundry tub drain system (view C) Recommended installation spacing for cabinet installation The laundry tub needs a minimum 20 gal. (76 L) capacity. The top of the laundry tub must be at least 30" (762 mm) above the floor. The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. Floor drain system (view D) For cabinet installation, with a door, the minimum ventilation openings in the top are The floor drain system requires a siphon break that may be purchased separately. See “Tools required
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This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS grounding-type outlet, grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Remove Transport System If codes permit and
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9. Turn on the water faucets and check for leaks. Connect the Inlet Hoses NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement dates on the hoses for future reference. 1. Insert new flat washers (supplied) into each end of the inlet hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings. 10. Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. Connect the Drain Hose Remove drain hose from washe
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Laundry tub drain or standpipe drain Level the Washer Connect the drain hose form to the corrugated drain hose. Properly leveling your washer avoids excessive noise and vibration. 1. Check the levelness of the washer by placing a level on the top edge of the washer, first side to side, then front to back. AB A. Snap either end of the drain hose form to the drain hose at the If the washer is against a wall, move the washer out slightly before tipping back. If the point where the corrugation
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6. Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. 9. To test and clean your washer, make sure there are no clothes in the washer and add one AFFRESH™ tablet to the washer drum. Select POWER/CANCEL, the Clean Washer cycle, and then select START/PAUSE. This cycle will take approximately 65 minutes to WARNING complete. Allow the washer to complete the entire Clean Washer Cycle without interruption. Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do no
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Smooth Balance™ Suspension System Automatic Temperature Control To reduce washer “walk” and “off-balance” conditions, your new washer combines: The automatic temperature control electronically senses and maintains a uniform water temperature. Automatic temperature control regulates incoming hot and cold water. 2 Springs to isolate vibration Automatic temperature control is automatically turned on when a cycle is selected. 4 Shock absorbers at the washer base to minimize movement Add Clothe
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For All Wash Cycles Starting Your Washer 1. Open the washer door by pulling on the handle. Sort laundry according to color and type of fabric. Place a load of sorted clothes in the washer. Do not overload washer. Overloading can cause poor cleaning. The washer can be fully loaded, but not tightly packed. Washer door should close easily. Mix large and small items and avoid washing single items. Load evenly. It is recommended that you wash small items such as infant socks in a mesh garme
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3. Push in the dispenser drawer slowly and completely (to avoid a spill). Using the Dispenser Your new washer has a dispenser drawer with three separate compartments for your laundry products—one is for detergent, one is for liquid chlorine bleach, and one is for liquid fabric softener. Laundry products are diluted and dispensed automatically at the proper time during C the wash cycle, making it unnecessary for you to return to the washer during the cycle to add them. D It is normal fo
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1 Liquid detergent: Do not overfill. The dispenser holds /4 cup (60 mL). The fabric softener is dispensed in the rinse cycle. If Extra Rinse is selected, the fabric softener will be dispensed during the Extra Rinse. Do not use fabric softener dispensing balls in this washer. Dispensing balls will not LIQUI operate correctly with this washer. Do not spill or drip any fabric softener onto the clothes. SO A At the end of the cycle, a small amount of water may be left in the dispen
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To lock the controls Select and hold CONTROL LOCK button for 3 seconds. Status Indicator This indicator shows which portion of the cycle the washer is operating and the estimated time remaining. It also indicates when you can add an additional item to the wash cycle and when the controls are locked. The CONTROL LOCK status light illuminates. To unlock the controls Select and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds until the Control Lock status light turns off. Door Locked When the status lig
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Heavy Duty Soak Use this cycle to wash loads of sturdy, colorfast fabrics, and heavily soiled garments. This Use the Soak cycle to remove small spots of set-in stains on fabrics. This cycle provides a soak cycle combines fast-speed tumbling, optimal wash time, and extra high speed spin to shorten time with warm or cold water followed by drain. Extra water, a short tumbling phase for equal drying times. If the water temperature is lower than needed for this cycle, the heater will di
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Quiet Option Options With this option, the washer will sense vibration in the wash cycle and may adjust the spin speed to lower sound levels generated during the spin. You can customize your wash by adding options to your cycle selections. You can add or change an option after starting a cycle anytime before the selected option begins. Not all options are available with all cycles. Modifiers Preset cycle settings of Soil Level (cycle time), Wash Temperature, and Spin Speed can b
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Wash Water Temperature Suggested Fabrics Automatic Temperature Control The automatic temperature control electronically senses and maintains a uniform water Wash Water Temperature Suggested Fabrics temperature. Automatic temperature control regulates incoming hot and cold water. Automatic temperature control is automatically turned On when a cycle is selected. SANITIZE Sturdy colorfast fabrics See “Preset Cycle Settings” in Cycles. Heavy soils Automatic temperature control works for all w
